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Burmese Python Reporting Page

Nonnative snakes

Large, native snakes

Burmese Python

Burmese pythons are established in South Florida. Several state and federal agencies are trying to control this nonnative snake. Although other large constrictors have been found in Florida, these are most likely released or escaped pets.

Burmese pythons have a pyramid-shaped head with a dark, arrowhead-shaped wedge extending toward the nose, and dark blotches along the back and sides (like a giraffe).

More about Burmese pythons

If you think you have seen a python, please complete the information below as best you can.

If you are a hunter reporting a python from Everglades/Francis S. Taylor, Holey Land, Rotenberger or Big Cypress WMAs click here.

If you have a python removal permit and need to report python sightings or captures/euthanizations, click here.

*Species (if not known, refer to our Web pages on other nonnative and large native snakes )

*How long ago was animal seen?

*Time

*Is animal still in area?
Yes
No

Address/City

If no address available, distance from nearest landmark (e.g., in Grant Walking Trails, 2 miles west of Bentwillow Road)

*County

If you have a global positioning system device (GPS)
Latitude

Longitude

Approximate length*
Less than 4 feet
5 to 8 feet (would easily stretch across a sidewalk)
10 to 12 feet (across 1 lane on a paved road)
Over 12 feet (longer than a car/truck)

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